Background
Thomas, Lorenzo was born in October 1804 in New Castle, Delaware, United States. Son of Evan and Elizabeth (Sherer) Thomas.
Thomas, Lorenzo was born in October 1804 in New Castle, Delaware, United States. Son of Evan and Elizabeth (Sherer) Thomas.
Graduated from the United States Military Academy, 1823.
Major 4th Inf; General William O. Butler as chief of staff in Mexican War. General Winfield Scott, 1853. Made adjutant-general, given rank brig.